In our modern attention-starved world, it’s easy to think that the sleeper no longer has a place, but this 1967 Fury III is alive and well and it has something to say about it. While it’s not exactly set up to be a drag racer, it has a rebuilt motorhome 440 and a rebuilt 727, and since it comes from Arizona, it’s sunbaked but rust free. With a rebuilt driveline and solid body, the $6,500 asking price seems well in line, but I am no stranger to the reality that shiny paint sells cars. Still, for those who want a 440-sized belt in the back, this Fury is for sale on Marketplace in Davisburg, MI.
Like many, I was educated on the motorhome 440 by watching Motor Trend‘s lineup of online shows such as Roadkill, Roadkill Garage, and Hot Rod Garage, and I wouldn’t be surprised to find out that the owner of this Fury did the same. The engine was rebuilt by Michigan Motor Exchange in Detroit, and although the seller doesn’t give us a rundown of any modifications that were made (cam, compression ratio, etc.), he does tell us that the car has a Brawler Carb (which is based on the Holley 4150), an aluminum radiator, and an HEI-style distributor. The 727 Torqueflite was rebuilt by Fraley’s Transmission in Pontiac, Michigan. With a 2.76:1 rear gear, the initial belt in the back might be a little underwhelming, but I imagine that the passing power is unreal.
Being a 318-powered car originally, the Fury undoubtedly had four-wheel drum brakes, which have been upgraded to front Wilwood discs. Honestly, I’ve put a lot of miles on cars with four-wheel drums, and I’d personally rather deal with factory equipment rather than trying to dial in an aftermarket setup, but I’m kind of a purist in that regard. I’m sure most people will be satisfied with the idea of having front discs beneath the left pedal.
The interior is a work in progress, as evidenced by the blanket covering the worst of the damage. The Fury III was only one step down from the top-of-the-line VIP in the Fury luxury car hierarchy, so a little reupholstering and perhaps a new carpet could leave a new buyer with a comfy hot rod.
Another nice thing about this ’67 Fury is the fact that it’s a four-door hardtop, which looks great when all four windows are rolled down in the summer. In fact, a ’67 Fury is a great-looking car with the windows up or down; the big Plymouth was riding a styling high between 1965 and 1968, and you really can’t go wrong with any one of them. This one would make any true sleeper fan happy; it’s a family car with a little surprise under the hood, just as it should be.
My first car i drove with my Dad was his 1968 Plymouth Fury 1. It was a ex police car from Mid – Jersey. Our friend got it for my Dad. It had 383-4 with 727 trans dual exhaust and it was fast. I remember the Fury had strong disc brakes. Each side had four pistons in the calipers for super stopping power. And man that Fury stopped on a dime!! The rears had 11″ drums. On the carburetor it had that un silent air filter cover. So i floored it you would hear that carburetor sing and exhaust rumble!😂 My Dad was not happy when I did that! 🙄 So this 67 Fury could be fun also. I would install a really good dual exhaust and remove the ham unit and change the gears to 3:55 if it doesn’t have posi set up …put one in. Nothing like seeing both tires smoke up! 😄 And repaint the Fury the same color and fix up the interior. Also very important install AC!!! It will be a great Mopar to own and have fun with. Good luck to the next owner. 🐻🇺🇸
Had a ’67 Sport Fury with a 440 in it. It would chirp the tires at 60 kicking it down into passing gear. Not great off the line, but that thing would fly! Red with a black vinyl top and the black bucket seat interior. Wish I could find another like it.
Sleeper here!
That steering wheel has more cracks than my grandmothers face.